French · Travel & Places
bibliotheque
library
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A building where books are kept for public use.
Example
Je lis a la bibliotheque le mercredi.
I read at the library on Wednesdays.
Etymology
'Bibliothèque' is derived from the Greek 'bibliothēkē', meaning a collection of books. The term was adopted into Latin before emerging in Old French.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bibliothèque' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in academic and literary discussions, and is universally understood in French-speaking regions.